What is the cheapest way to get from Milan to Pilatus?

The cheapest way to get from Milan to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milan to Pilatus?

The fastest way to get from Milan to Pilatus is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Milan and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Milan to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Arth-Goldau, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Milan to Pilatus?

The distance between Milan and Pilatus is 271 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

How do I travel from Milan to Pilatus without a car?

The best way to get from Milan to Pilatus without a car is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160.

How long does it take to get from Milan to Pilatus?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Milan to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milan to Pilatus train from?

Milan to Pilatus train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Milano Centrale station.

Train or bus from Milan to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Milan to Pilatus is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 150 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Milan to Pilatus train arrive?

Milan to Pilatus train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Milan to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Pilatus is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Milan to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 620+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Milan to Pilatus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Milan to Pilatus by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus RegioJet 22
4h 18m
CHF 126–156
Drive 249.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Milan to Pilatuscar 249.4 km
3h 2m
CHF 39–56
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arth-Goldautrain Ec
5h 1m
CHF 58–144

Milan to Pilatus by train (Trenitalia)

88Weekly Trains

5h 1mAverage Duration

CHF 58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.4 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Milan, Italy and Pilatus, Switzerland?

RegioJet operates a bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 17 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Milano Centrale to Arth-Goldau hourly. Tickets cost CHF 45–90 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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